In this episode of DIY for Business, Russ and Greg sit down with Brandon Davis, founder of Trek One Capital, to dive into the real cost of entrepreneurial growth—and how to scale without burning out. Brandon shares hard-earned insights from managing over 100 entities to paring down to a happier, healthier portfolio, revealing how clarity, collaboration, and culture can lead to massive success.

We explore:

• What investors really look for in scalable businesses
• How to identify and fix toxic management teams
• The value of daily operational feedback loops
• Why happiness and health drive better business outcomes
• Brandon’s approach to teaching entrepreneurship to his kids

Packed with personal stories, strategic insights, and a few no-pants jokes, this episode is a must-listen for any entrepreneur aiming to scale smart and live well.

Learn more at trekonecapital.com

In this timely episode of DIY For Business, Russ and Greg welcome Abe Orgel of SimpleForwarding.com to unpack the chaos surrounding the recent tariff changes affecting imports from China. They dive into the implications of the Section 321 elimination, how it’s disrupting e-commerce and brick-and-mortar supply chains, and what business owners can do to adapt. From rising shipping costs to legal workarounds and reshoring opportunities, this episode is a must-listen for any entrepreneur navigating international sourcing and logistics in today’s volatile trade environment. Tune in for actionable insights and a few laughs along the way.

What does it take to turn rock bottom into a launchpad for success? In this gripping episode of DIY For Business, Russ and Greg sit down with Luke Lunkenheimer, founder of Paid to Persuade, to uncover his incredible transformation from bank robber to respected entrepreneur.

Luke shares how he rebuilt his life after addiction and incarceration, diving into the mindset shifts, relentless work ethic, and powerful lessons that shaped his business journey. He reveals the core principles behind his revolutionary sales training program—why authenticity trumps slick scripts, how “compassionate interrogation” wins clients, and what it really takes to stand out and succeed.

Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned sales leader, or simply love a good comeback story, this episode delivers real-world advice with raw honesty and a dose of inspiration.

Topics covered:

• Overcoming personal and professional rock bottom
• Why “scripts” are killing your sales
• The neuroscience behind authentic communication
• What Paid to Persuade teaches that other programs don’t
• Pivoting your business model based on real feedback